Sidekick
Most kids dream of being superheroes. Not Eric Needles. Eric dreams of being a sidekick. So you can imagine his elation when his favorite superhero, Maxum Man, selects Eric to be his sidekick. But things take a weird turn when, on the day that Eric is scheduled to start being a full-time sidekick, Maxum Man vanishes. The superhero's disappearance leaves Eric responsible to convince the world that Maxum Man is still on the job, doing what a superhero does. Eric's peers include Kitty Ko, a boy-crazy heroine who serves up stellar advice.
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Plot Summary
This mockumentary follows Barry, a once-promising young man who abandons his dreams of being a superhero to become the loyal sidekick to a washed-up, narcissistic former hero named Captain Amazing. As the reality of his thankless role sets in, Barry grapples with his own identity and desires, questioning his life choices while navigating the absurd world of superheroics.
Critical Reception
Sidekick was generally well-received by critics for its original premise, sharp humor, and strong performances, particularly from Ron Funches as the titular sidekick. It was praised for its subversion of superhero tropes and its heartfelt exploration of ambition and self-worth.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique and humorous take on the superhero genre.
- Ron Funches delivers a standout performance as the disillusioned sidekick.
- The film offers a surprisingly poignant look at identity and unfulfilled dreams.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Sidekick (2017)' is not widely documented on Google reviews, making it difficult to provide a specific summary of user sentiment.
Fun Fact
The film was originally developed as a web series before being expanded into a feature-length mockumentary.
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